Advocacy Intern
Habitat Charlotte RegionCharlotte, North Carolina, United States
Posted February 25, 2026
17.75 - 17.75
Internship
About the Company
Habitat Charlotte Region is a nonprofit that builds and repairs affordable homes for low‑income families in the Charlotte area. Since 1983, the organization has helped more than 4,000 families achieve homeownership through low‑interest mortgages, financial literacy training, and volunteer‑based construction. Distinctive initiatives include the Women Build program, which empowers women to lead home‑building projects, and a network of six ReStores that fund the mission by reselling donated building materials. Rooted in partnership with seven founding churches, Habitat Charlotte Region combines community collaboration, faith‑driven service, and a focus on sustainability to create lasting hope for families.
Job Description
The Advocacy Intern will help develop content for the website, advocacy newsletter, and blog communications while gaining hands-on experience in nonprofit advocacy, policy research, and professional writing.
Requirements
- Research affordable housing, homeownership, and advocacy policy issues
- Assist in developing written content for the advocacy section of the website, newsletter, and marketing campaigns
- Support communication initiatives related to community advocacy and potential bond measures
- Attend city and county public meetings or events with the Advocacy team when needed
- Contribute to special projects supporting FY2025–2026 advocacy priorities
- Participate in department meetings, training, and professional development activities
- Provide additional support to team initiatives as assigned
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits
- Healthy work-life balance
